Overwatch Esports News

First released in 2016, Overwatch’s ensemble of heroes has grown to a ridiculous 42 unique heroes in the 10 years since then. For new and even old players, it can be a challenge keeping track of every release. 32 heroes were released across Overwatch's 7-year tenure, and a further 10 have been released in its sequel, Overwatch 2. In this guide, we’ll be taking a look at every hero in the Overwatch and Overwatch 2 roster, sharing their release datemore

The Overwatch community is abuzz with the arrival of the new Cosmic Bundles, a collection of esports-inspired skins and cosmetics that pay homage to the Overwatch League (OWL). With the Overwatch Champion Series (OWCS) 2025 Stage 1 just around the corner, Blizzard Entertainment has delivered a stunning lineup of purple and gold recolors that reimagine old favorites. The Cosmic skins bring a nostalgic twist, reimagining classic OWL-themed skins with a fresh aesthetic. Designed to honor the legacy of OWL, themore

The Overwatch Champions Series 2025 season (OWCS 2025) is expected to bring significant enhancements and expansions, building upon the successful reimagining of Overwatch Esports in 2024. The upcoming season promises to deliver an even more captivating experience for fans and competitors alike, focusing on three key areas, as highlighted in their own blog post: creating a more rewarding and open competition, streamlining programs, and increasing accessibility for players and fans. Additionally, a new OWCS Team Partner program will be introduced,more

Earlier today, Andy Miller, founder and CEO of NRG, took to X to express his disappointment over NRG Shock not being selected as a partnered team for the 2025 Overwatch Championship Series. In his heartfelt statement, Miller highlighted the team’s storied history, immense popularity, and contributions to the Overwatch ecosystem. While also lamenting the apparent end of an era for NRG in competitive Overwatch. Despite the team's consistent support for the OWCS and its significant presence in the community, Millermore

Blizzard Entertainment has announced an exciting crossover between Overwatch 2 and Nickelodeon's Avatar: The Last Airbender, set to debut as part of Season 14. This collaboration introduces themed cosmetic items inspired by the iconic animated series, aligning with Blizzard's ongoing strategy of integrating popular IPs into their games. The Avatar Universe Meets Overwatch The partnership will feature skins and cosmetic bundles celebrating characters and themes from Avatar: The Last Airbender. Zenyatta, the robotic monk hero in Overwatch 2, will donmore

Blizzard Entertainment is reportedly working on a mobile version of Overwatch. This move comes as part of a broader strategy to expand its reach into the mobile gaming market, following in the footsteps of successful titles like Call of Duty and Diablo Immortal. While an official announcement from Blizzard is still pending, credible sources, including journalist Jason Schreier in his recent book Play Nice: The Rise, Fall, and Future of Blizzard Entertainment, have confirmed that the game is in development.more

In a delicious twist, Blizzard has announced their latest collaboration with popular anime ‘My Hero Academia!’. The collaboration will introduce 5 new legendary skins for players to pick up. Set to launch on the 17th October, it will run until the 30th of the same month. The news was first announced at the Xbox Tokyo Game Show. Cosplay as your Favorite Heroes and Villains From the ‘My Academia’ Universe This latest collaboration includes exclusive content perfect for fans of themore

This week, Overwatch 2 developers shared a glimpse into the upcoming midseason patch for Season 12. From exciting hero updates to improvements in gameplay, this patch will offer players a more balanced and engaging experience. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the changes, including reflections on the introduction of Juno, adjustments to the new Clash mode, and overall balance updates. Juno: A Community Favorite Since her debut in Season 12, Juno has quickly become a fan favorite.more

Season 12 of Overwatch 2 has arrived, and with it, an interstellar journey that promises to redefine the gaming experience. This season packs in exciting content and essential updates, from the introduction of a new hero from Mars to the launch of a thrilling game mode. Here’s everything you need to know about the August 20, 2024, patch. Meet Juno: The New Support Hero from Mars The highlight of Season 12 is undoubtedly Juno, a cheerful and extraordinary new Supportmore

As we enter the Esports World Cup Week 6 (EWC), the competition heats up with three iconic titles: Teamfight Tactics, Fortnite, and Street Fighter 6. Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this week's events promise to showcase a mix of strategy, creativity, and intense battles. Here's a detailed look at what to expect, including schedules, team profiles, and key matchups. Teamfight Tactics (TFT) The Teamfight Tactics tournament will feature 16 top squads competing in a format designed to test their strategicmore

After a thrilling Grand Finals series between Crazy Racoon and Toronto Ultra in Riyadh, Crazy Racoon have now lifted their second major trophy of the year. This victory comes within the organization’s debut year in Overwatch, showcasing a remarkable achievement for the Japanese organization. Moreover, the team accomplished this phenomenal feat while simultaneously only dropping 2 maps throughout the entire event. With this victory, a cash prize of $400,000 has been awarded to the roster, as well as 1000 Clubmore

Hero bans have been a hot topic in the Overwatch community for years, but it's only now that a major event, the Esports World Cup (EWC), has taken the plunge to implement them. This move promises to reshape the landscape of Overwatch 2 and is a significant step forward in the game's evolution. The long-awaited implementation of Overwatch 2 hero bans The idea of banning heroes has long been debated among players and analysts alike. Many have argued that heromore

As we dive into the fourth week of the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2024, the excitement continues to build with thrilling competitions across multiple major titles. This week features the highly anticipated tournaments for Overwatch 2, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Women’s Invitational, and the continuation of the PUBG Mobile World Cup. Here's a detailed look at what you can expect. Overwatch 2 The Overwatch 2 tournament at the Esports World Cup features 16 teams from around the globe battlingmore

Blizzard has unveiled the latest addition to the Overwatch 2 roster: Juno. A new gameplay trailer has been released, giving fans a first look at this exciting new support hero and her unique set of abilities. Originally teased under the codename Space Ranger at BlizzCon 2023, Juno is ready to make her debut and shake up the battlefield. Roles and Abilities Juno is being introduced as a Support Hero and has a kit to match. Here is a list ofmore

The Esports World Cup 2024 is poised to be a monumental event in the competitive gaming scene. Set in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this tournament will feature top-tier Overwatch teams from around the globe. With a substantial prize pool and an impressive lineup of elite teams, the EWC 2024 is sure to offer exhilarating matches and unforgettable moments for esports fans worldwide. Format Group Stage It will feature four double round robin groups with all matches being a First-to-3. The topmore

On June 14th 2024, Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced the upcoming creation of the Esports Olympics. A month later, on July 12th 2024, the location for the inaugural esports Olympics was announced. Set to kick off in 2025, Saudi Arabia has been confirmed as the host country according to L’Equipe. This announcement follows the roaring success that is the Esports World Cup, currently held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, hosting 21 esports titles across 22 tournaments.more

Esports World Cup 2024 officially kicks off today with the opening show starting in a few hours. The eight-week long esports festival features 21 esports titles and top teams across these titles competing for some of the biggest prize pools. Another big attraction of the esports extravaganza is the EWC 2024 Club Championship. The overarching event will reward the club/esports organization consistently placing in the top 8 in the 21 esports titles. The event will decide the best Club inmore

Esports has quickly grown from a niche hobby into a multi-billion-dollar global industry, attracting millions of fans and thousands of professional players. Despite this rise, the esports athletes frequently face multiple hurdles when trying to secure visas to compete internationally. This article explores the top seven reasons behind these issues, focusing on the barriers that players encounter and some suggestions on how to alleviate this for the future. Historical aspects of Esports Visas The rise of esports presented unique challengesmore

As part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 plan, the Esports World Cup (EWC) will be commencing shortly, launching its inaugural year within the esports ecosystem. Including a total of 21 reported promiment esports titles - ranging from FPS to MOBAs, from racing simulators to fighting games, auto chess, and battle arenas - the Esports World Cup truly plans to be all-inclusive in its delivered experience. Taking place in the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh, the Esports World Cup has been intendedmore

Earlier today, the Esports Awards and the Esports World Cup Federation (EWCF) announced a three-year partnership, bringing one of the most prestigious awards in esports to the Esports World Cup. On August 24th, the Esports World Cup in Riyadh will host the Esports Awards 2024, honoring the year’s biggest achievers in esports. They will reveal the final nominees for the upcoming edition on June 27th. The voting will start after the reveal. The partnership allows a grander scale for themore